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Gifts for readers and note-takers

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Short answer: the Kindle Paperwhite for readers, the Kindle Scribe for people who write by hand.

For the person who always has a book open or a notebook nearby.

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Kindle Paperwhite (2024) (generic illustration)
01 · For the reader

Kindle Paperwhite (2024)

Carry a whole library in your pocket, with no notifications pulling you away.

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Kindle Scribe (newest model) (generic illustration)
02 · For the note-taker

Kindle Scribe (newest model)

The Kindle Scribe has a big paper-like screen you can write on with the included pen, for notes, journaling and reading.

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Ember Mug 2 Smart Mug, 14 oz (generic illustration)
03 · For long sessions

Ember Mug 2 Smart Mug, 14 oz

The Ember Mug 2 keeps coffee at the temperature you pick, so the last sip is as warm as the first.

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BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 Monitor Light Bar (generic illustration)
04 · For late-night writing

BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 Monitor Light Bar

The BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 clips onto a monitor and lights the desk, not the screen.

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Glocusent Neck Reading Light with Timer (generic illustration)
05 · Read in bed, lights off

Glocusent Neck Reading Light with Timer

Hangs on your neck, lights the page, not the whole room. Partner stays asleep.

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Moleskine Classic Notebook, Large, Ruled (generic illustration)
06 · Paper notes

Moleskine Classic Notebook, Large, Ruled

The classic black notebook. Trade ideas, surf logs, whatever. Feels legit.

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PILOT G2 Gel Pens, 0.7mm, 12-Pack (generic illustration)
07 · Stocking stuffer

PILOT G2 Gel Pens, 0.7mm, 12-Pack

Smooth, no skips, a dozen of them. You will never hunt for a pen again.

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Mr. Pen Pastel Highlighters, 8 Pack (generic illustration)
08 · Mark the good parts

Mr. Pen Pastel Highlighters, 8 Pack

Soft colors, no bleed. Mark up the good parts like a pro.

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Post-it Flags, 2 On-the-Go Dispensers, 160 Flags (generic illustration)
09 · Tag the good pages

Post-it Flags, 2 On-the-Go Dispensers, 160 Flags

Tag the good pages without writing in the book. Sticks, peels off clean.

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The short version

Pick the Paperwhite for pure reading and the Scribe if they like to write. The mug and light bar make easy add-ons.

FAQ

Paperwhite or Scribe?

The Paperwhite is a small, light e-reader. The Scribe is larger and adds handwriting with a pen, so it suits note-takers.

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